AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Wandsworth. Evening classes run at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs for 11 weeks part-time. You'll cover the fundamentals of bookkeeping, including recording financial transactions and understanding basic accounting principles. These level 1 AAT bookkeeping classes are a solid starting point if you're moving into finance or accounts work. Employers across all sectors need people who can handle day-to-day bookkeeping accurately.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll record financial transactions using double-entry bookkeeping.
You'll understand the purpose and structure of accounts.
You'll process sales and purchase transactions accurately.
You'll balance accounts and identify basic errors.
You'll use source documents such as invoices and receipts correctly.
You'll understand the principles behind the accounting equation.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching at the centre, with tutor-led sessions covering bookkeeping theory and practical exercises. Assessment for the AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping is by a computer-based test set and marked by AAT. You'll sit the test when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices and payments in a finance team.
Bookkeeper: maintaining day-to-day financial records for a business.
Payroll administrator: handling employee pay and deductions.
Finance administrator: supporting accounting functions in an office.
Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts.
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping: the natural next step, covering more complex bookkeeping tasks and preparing you for entry-level finance roles.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: a broader qualification that adds costing and computerised accounts alongside bookkeeping, and opens more routes into accounting work.
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting: for those aiming toward a full accounting technician role or further professional study.
